Bayimba Co-Op

The Bayimba Co-Op is an artist-led initiative that works to build a vibrant and sustainable independent local arts scene in Uganda. The Co-Op commits to pursuing creativity and collaboration across the arts; prioritizing the development of performance, exhibiting touring, recording and training opportunities for artists. The Co-Op welcomes new members who share its values and are looking to take a proactive role in building the local arts scene. Bayimba Co-Op members enjoy a range of benefits, such as:

Part of the growing Bayimba brand

Collective voice and influence on Bayimba planning and programming

Voting rights in the General Assembly

Opportunity to stand for election

Participation in working groups

Collective profiling and promotion of work, activities and events

Leverage through collective bargaining for preferred rates/discounts

Access to time banking scheme as alternative to monetary payments

Use of spaces and venues

Use of equipment and production facilities

Access to education opportunities

Access to events

Access to knowledge and information

Access to technical advice and career assistance

Access to audiences and promotion tools

Access to artist/tour management

Access to distribution channels/record label

Access to networks/network events

Artists are invited to join the Bayimba Co-Op to enjoy these benefits and contribute to developing Bayimba to the next level.